The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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He who made thee is made in thee. He is made in thee through whom you were made.... Give milk, O mother, to him who is our food; give milk to the bread that comes down from heaven.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the divine connection between a creator and creation, highlighting the nurturing aspect of motherhood.
Saint Augustine reflects on the relationship between humanity and the divine, suggesting that God is present in every person and that mothers play a critical role in nurturing not just their children, but also the divine essence within them. The call to 'give milk' symbolizes providing sustenance and care, not only physically but spiritually, representing the importance of nurturing faith and divinity within oneself and others.
Themes
CreationDivinityNurturingMotherhoodFaith
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a Mother's Day celebration to honor the nurturing role of mothers.
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